The 6-Week journey is a sacred gathering designed to help you release what no longer serves you and return to your natural rhythm of peace, power and purpose.
A community of women who see you, honor you, and walk beside you
Transformative, evidence-informed practices to support healing and renewal.
A structured program thoughtfully designed to help you heal, and grow.
An Invitation to Heal the Heart and Return to Wholeness
In this first week, we begin the tender work of renewal by creating space to acknowledge the full weight of our pain and heartbreak. Rather than turning away from sorrow, we lean gently toward it, learning to name what hurts and to listen for the wisdom that lives beneath the ache. We explore the layers of loss, of love, trust, identity, and belonging, and begin to understand that heartbreak, while painful, can also become a sacred teacher.
Through reflection and guided practice, we touch the first layer of forgiveness, releasing the need to carry what no longer serves our healing. We end the week by asking what qualities we are ready to call forward; peace, compassion, courage, or renewal and begin to plant the first seeds of a new beginning.
This week invites participants to explore what it means to release the stories, expectations, and attachments that keep the heart tethered to pain. Letting go is not about forgetting or dismissing what happened, but about loosening the hold that past experiences have on our present peace. Sometimes, it is the imagined possibilities of what could have been or the imbalanced perceptions we hold of another that keep us tethered and unable to move forward.
We begin the unraveling of emotional ties that no longer serve our healing. The focus is on softening rather than forcing release, learning to trust that freedom comes through releasing, not resistance. Letting go does not erase our stories or the positive moments we shared, but transforms how we hold them, allowing us to move through pain with greater ease and compassion.
As we continue the practice of letting go, this week turns toward reclaiming the self that may have been lost, silenced, or overlooked within past relationships. Participants begin to reconnect with their own identity, values, and inner strength. The focus is on building healthy boundaries, learning to discern what nurtures the heart and what drains it, and developing new ways of relating to oneself and others from a place of clarity and respect.
Through gentle embodiment practices and guided reflection, participants are invited to return to their bodies as sources of wisdom and grounding. The process of reclaiming wholeness involves reconnecting with our own inner wisdom and our inner voice, honoring personal truth, and creating space for authentic expression. This week is about standing firmly in who we are now, recognizing that true renewal begins with remembering ourselves.
This week invites participants to gently begin the process of forgiveness, both for themselves and for others. Forgiveness is not about forgetting, excusing, or condoning what has happened. It is a gradual practice of releasing the emotional weight that keeps the heart bound to pain. We honor that forgiveness unfolds in its own time and that it cannot be forced. For many, it begins simply with the willingness to consider forgiveness as possible.
Together, we explore what forgiveness means in the context of healing and self-compassion. Participants learn to distinguish between forgiving and reconciling, and to recognize that forgiveness is primarily an act of freedom for the self. This week marks not an ending, but the first step in an ongoing journey toward emotional liberation and wholeness.
As we release, it is natural to want to fill the space that was once occupied by a relationship. This can be a vulnerable time when we may turn to food, shopping, television, or work to avoid the emptiness or to fill the void. This week invites participants to pause—to honor the space instead of rushing to fill it. We explore the power of this liminal, or in-between, space, learning to rest in uncertainty rather than reach for something else.
Through a guided visioning practice, participants begin to discover what is wanting to emerge in their lives. We reconnect with our values, our heart’s desires, and our inner wisdom. Together, we ask meaningful questions: What vision do I hold for my life now? What values do I choose to honor and live by? By listening deeply to the heart’s quiet voice, participants begin to align their emerging vision with the truths they hold most sacred. This week is about learning to trust the process of becoming and allowing what is authentic, life giving, and aligned with our values to gently unfold.
In our final week, we gather the wisdom, insights, and practices that have shaped this healing journey. Participants reflect on what has been released, reclaimed, and renewed, and begin to weave these lessons into the fabric of daily life. This week centers on integration—learning to live from a place of wholeness, authenticity, and self-trust. We explore what it means to embody renewal in everyday choices, relationships, and ways of being.
We close with sacred reflection and celebration, acknowledging both the healing that has taken place and the courage it took to walk this path. Through creative expression, journaling, and shared practices, participants honor their individual and collective journeys. This week marks not an ending but a beginning, a conscious commitment to live the renewal each day, guided by compassion, clarity, and a deep sense of inner wholeness.
Whether you’re curled up at home or traveling across the world, there’s a circle waiting for you. Pour a cup of tea and join us for a time of connection, reflection, and renewal.
Lavinia is an ordained Interfaith and Interspiritual Minister, seasoned therapist, and qualified hypnotherapist. Her work honours both the sacred and the everyday, blending therapeutic skill with spiritual practice to guide others into deeper connection with themselves, their ancestors, and the wisdom already within.
Drawing on years of experience in therapy and ministry, Lavinia weaves together hypnotherapy, prayer, and ritual to hold space for healing and transformation. She accompanies those navigating thresholds of change with reverence and grounded care, helping them find presence, healing, and practical tools for integration.
She offers Daily Devotionals each morning at 6:30, a practice of prayer, reflection, and embodied presence , as a way of cultivating rhythm, devotion, and connection in everyday life. (https://revlavinia.substack.
Cherine is a former Senior Corporate Executive in global investment banking who traded boardrooms for breathwork and deadlines for deep healing. Today, as a certified Holistic Wellness Practitioner, Yoga teacher, Breath-work & Meditation instructor, Sound Therapist, Doula, and Energetic Health Consultant, she blends decades of high-level global experience with a heart devoted to fostering transformation in others.
She is also the Creative Director of Halcyon Holistic Wellness, where, in partnership with her son, she curates a variety of products designed to enhance the wellbeing of others. Cherine creates safe, nurturing spaces for rediscovery, resilience, and a return to the wisdom within. Her catalytic work integrates the five essential elements of wellness Mind, Body, Spirit, Emotions, and Finances guiding clients into lasting harmony, strength, and abundance.
As a wellness leader and speaker, Cherine partners with individuals, communities, and visionary organizations to design intelligent, culturally sensitive, and deeply human wellness strategies. Her interventions go far beyond surface-level programs, they embed sustainable wellbeing at every level from the C-suite to grassroots communities. She delivers bespoke strategies, immersive retreats, and transformative workshops that weave together mindset coaching, yoga, mindfulness, sound therapy, and financial empowerment.
Cherine’s mission is simple yet radical: to embolden those she serves to live fully, grow sustainably, while walking in peace, balance, and unshakable self-trust no matter what they’ve endured.
This offering is where organizational wellness meets measurable, lasting results. We care deeply about the work we do—and about the people and organizations we serve. That’s why we intentionally track progress and evaluate the effectiveness of every engagement. Using a range of assessment tools and feedback methods, we measure growth over time—not just in performance metrics, but in the overall health, well-being, and cohesion of teams.
The most meaningful indicator of success? When individuals and organizations feel stronger, more connected, and more aligned with their mission. Our goal is always sustainable transformation—not surface-level change.
This offering supports leaders and teams in cultivating a more intentional, balanced relationship with technology. Using a mindfulness-based approach, we help individuals engage with digital tools in ways that reduce stress, prevent burnout, and foster presence. With a doctoral concentration in media technology and innovation, Dr. Thulani DeMarsay brings a deep understanding of how technology shapes modern work and well-being. She has led technology initiatives across mid-sized and large organizations to help them better serve their mission—while also witnessing firsthand how constant digital engagement can lead to overload and disconnection.
Through this work, we guide teams in rethinking their digital habits, using tech more mindfully, and creating a culture of clarity, focus, and purpose.
We see energy and flow as essential for sustainable, effective leadership—and for how individuals show up in every aspect of life. This offering is grounded in the science of flow by Dr. Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi and the research of Dr. Jim Loehr, co-author of The Power of Full Engagement. It’s inspired by the idea of the “corporate athlete,” acknowledging that today’s leaders often work long hours with increasing demands, yet struggle to maintain energy and focus over time.
Combining insights from elite athletics and human performance science, we offer practical tools to assess personal energy, recover effectively from extended effort, and create the conditions for deep flow. Leaders gain strategies to stay clear, grounded, and resilient—no matter what the pace of life requires.
Led by certified integrative health coaches, this offering provides personalized, holistic support to nourish the body, restore vitality, and sustain high energy levels. Rooted in the principle of bio-individuality, we partner with individuals and teams to co-create nutrition and lifestyle plans tailored to their unique needs and leadership goals. It’s not just about what’s on your plate—it’s about cultivating the energy, mental clarity, and resilience needed to lead with presence, focus, and strength.
This offering provides individualized support designed to meet each person or team exactly where they are. We begin with a guided visioning process to clarify your desired outcomes and long-term goals. From there, we work collaboratively to co-create a personalized wellness plan that supports your mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being. Whether in one-on-one sessions or group settings, our coaching is rooted in a holistic, client-centered approach that honors each person’s unique path.
The result is sustainable growth and meaningful change aligned with what matters most to you.
our approach to Stress Resilience and Emotional Mastery empowers individuals to stay grounded and clear-headed even in the most demanding situations. Participants learn to regulate their nervous systems, manage emotional triggers, and cultivate presence under pressure. Through mindfulness-based practices and science-backed techniques, we guide people to transform stress into strength—fostering calm, confident decision-making, emotional intelligence, and a deeper sense of inner stability.
This offering is ideal for teams and leaders who thrive in fast-paced environments but seek tools to prevent burnout and sustain well-being.
Kamogelo, based in Pretoria, South Africa, is a vibrant and solutions-driven professional who brings enthusiasm, adaptability, and a human-centred approach to his role at Thulani Consulting Group. As the Executive Assistant, he plays a key role in keeping operations running smoothly, supporting both the administrative and strategic needs of the team. His calm presence, attention to detail, and ability to manage complex logistics make him an essential part of the organisation.
He is also a skilled technical producer for online events, using a variety of platforms and digital tools to deliver well-coordinated and engaging virtual workshops. Beyond the screen, Kamogelo is an insightful facilitator, passionate about creating spaces for reflection and growth, and supporting teams through behaviour-focused interventions that improve how people connect and work together.
He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Human Geography and Anthropology, along with an Honours degree in Environmental Studies from the University of the Witwatersrand. His academic journey deepened his interest in how people navigate and shape the environments they’re part of—insights he continues to apply in his work every day.
Octavia is a visionary transformation catalyst and soul midwife whose work bridges holistic wellness, sacred sisterhood, and regenerative travel. As Co-Founder of the Council of Women South Africa, she has facilitated women’s circles and immersions across Africa, Europe and including heart-centered gatherings with sisters in the UAE.
Based in the majestic equestrian neighbourhood of Noordhoek, just below Chapman’s Peak in Cape Town, Octavia works closely with a 50-hectare farm, championing seed-to-plate living, food security, and regenerative growing. She also curates conscious consumption through her Steeped in Consciousness tea offering. Founder of the Osun Rise Group, Octavia is a certified South African Specialist with SA Tourism, leading regenerative retreats and transformational travel experiences.
A Healing Hands Therapist, Naturopath, and holistic massage practitioner, Octavia helps people uncover and harmonize the emotional, psychological, and energetic roots of dis-ease. She has worked with advanced TimeWaver technology to identify and harmonize energetic imbalances, blending ancient wisdom with modern innovation.
Her writing has been published in The African Dream: Sunflower Effect (African Dream Foundation for Women’s Programmes) alongside African women change-makers. An inspired keynote speaker, Octavia walks the path of embodied love and the reclamation of the sacred feminine, inviting women everywhere to remember their worth, renew their hearts, and rise together.
I’m Thulani DeMarsay, and for nearly three decades, I’ve worked at the intersection of leadership development, contemplative science, wellness, and technology and innovation. Over the past 25 years, I have consulted with leaders from diverse sectors across the United States and, more recently, in West and Southern Africa. My mission is clear: to help leaders and teams maximize effectiveness while honoring well-being. I firmly believe that our ability to be effective is directly tied to our emotional, spiritual, psychological, and physical health.
I earned my PhD in Human Development, with a concentration in Technology, Media, and Innovation. My dissertation research focused on contemplative leadership, exploring how reflective practices such as mindfulness, meditation, silence, yoga, and other practices build resilience in leaders and help them thrive during times of disruption. My research revealed how these practices enhance decision-making, emotional intelligence, and organizational well-being, equipping leaders with the tools they need to navigate complexity and foster both individual and organizational resilience. My concentration further explored how organizations can leverage technology to advance their mission effectively.
An Evening with Thulani: Wednesday, February 28th
Time: 10:00 AM (EST), 1:00 PM (PST), 8:00 PM (SAST) Duration: 1 Hour
Location: NY, 222-3344
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